1970 Opel Manta vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta.
Because 1970 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Manta (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Manta | Indica |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |